What are the responsibilities and job description for the Back Server position at The Alinea Group?
Description
FIRE is looking for a full-time Back Server to join our team! The Back Server is an important part of the team, providing excellent guest experiences. This is a full-time position, paid hourly, and candidates must be willing to work 40 hours, 5 days a week (Tuesday through Saturday).
FIRE: A bold tasting menu experience pushing fire and its transformative power in cooking. In creating this concept, Chef Achatz magnifies open fire cooking techniques including ember cooking, ash-salt crusting, Patagonia-style asado crosses, and bringing back the iron presses. He explored all temperatures from top to bottom.
Responsibilities
- Working knowledge of how to greet and acknowledge guests throughout their experience
- Primary owner of water service, including an accurate knowledge of all guest water preferences
- Maintains a complete working knowledge of all the silver, plate, and glass markings of all menus
- Correctly clears tables without disrupting the guest experience
- Proficient knowledge of beverage menus, including techniques/ingredients used in cocktails
- Beginner knowledge of wine service
- Correctly clears tables as directed by management
- Performs coffee service
- Trains others and upholds the standards set by the Chefs and managers
- Performing other duties as assigned by supervisor/manager
Requirements
- 1 or more years experience as a server or related position
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, chef-driven environment
- High attention to detail
- Strong communication skills
- Ability to carry a tray with food and/or drinks
- Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team
- Thinks clearly, quickly, and maintains concentration during high pressure situations
Physical Requirements
- Must be able to work on your feet for at least 8 hours
- Must be able to move, pull, or lift at least 35 pounds
- Must be able to climb stairs multiple times per shift
Benefits
- Competitive hourly wage at $19.50 - $20.00/hour
- Medical, vision, dental and life benefits available on the 1st month following full-time employment
- 50% company contribution to single HMO during the first 2 years of full-time employment, 100% contribution available after 2 years
- Paid time off
- 401(K) with a company match of up to 4% of deferred earnings
- CTA/Ventra discount available after 1 month of full-time employment
- Employee Dining Discount, 20% to any Alinea Group restaurant
- Referral Bonus Program available
The Alinea Group is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity in gender, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, religion, age, veteran status, life experiences and ideas. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities and strive to provide an inclusive culture that embraces diversity.
Must be eligible to legally work in the United States. We use E-Verify.
Salary : $20 - $20
